Practice Purchases KODAK 9000 3D System

Online, February 3, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Dr. Weingarden's practice is among the first to add a 3D Extraoral Imaging System to its office, revolutionizing patient treatment. The KODAK 9000 3D Extraoral Imaging System enables Dr. Weingarden to obtain low radiation dose, high-resolution, three-dimensional (3D) images, as well as panoramic images.

With the addition of this state-of-the-art 3D unit, Dr. Weingarden's practice can greatly improve its level of patient care. Three-dimensional technology allows Dr. Weingarden to better visualize his patients' dentition, without having to send patients for CT scans. Viewing an unprecedented level of anatomical detail will help Dr. Weingarden diagnose more accurately and treat with confidence. The KODAK 3D will transform dental imaging in the same way that CT scans have changed the medical field, in terms of care through better visualization. This breakthrough technology allows for assessment of implant placement, surgical planning, extractions, examination of oral pathologies and third molar extractions. It also provides the ability to find dental infections that may involve the sinus. Often the only symptom for this is sinus congestion that won't go away with antibiotics.

The KODAK 9000 3D System was designed to acquire 3D images on a specific dental region of interest, so Dr. Weingarden is able to target the exact area for the 3D exposure. The amount of radiation exposure to the patient is significantly reduced, delivering 10-30 times less exposure than other dental radiography systems and 150 times less than a CT scan.

Having highly detailed, true-to-life 3D images helps Dr. Weingarden provide quicker and more accurate diagnoses, improved treatment planning and better patient care.

Focused field of view means that other tissues, such as the brain and the eyes, will not be unnecessarily radiated with this unit.

To learn more about Dr. Weingarden's practice, visit http://www.pittsburghimplantsandperio.com/